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Company Description
Searcys is looking for an inspiring and people-focused General Manager to lead the team at the Royal Institution.
About the Royal Institution
Renowned as the home of scientific research and communication for over 200 years, the Royal Institution has hosted 14 Nobel Prize winners and the discovery of 10 chemical elements. Its 400-tiered seating theatre is famous for the RI Christmas Lectures, making it an ideal venue for conferences, lectures, and screenings.
Benefits of working with Searcys
* 50% discount across Searcys venues
* Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
* Up to 35 days of annual leave (depending on role)
* Access to discounts and communication portal
* Employee assistance programme
* Enrolment into Searcys Champagne School
* Annual celebration event
* Cycle to work scheme
* A day off to volunteer or give back to a charity of your choice
* Your birthday off
Job Description
As a General Manager, you will oversee daily operations, drive business growth, and ensure your team's success. You should have proven strategic leadership skills and foster a positive, inclusive work environment.
Job Details
* Job Type: Full Time
* Salary: Competitive
Key Responsibilities
* Manage guest expectations effectively
* Lead and inspire your front-of-house team
* Uphold the company's legacy and brand standards
* Understand and communicate financial targets
* Establish budgets and seek profitability improvements
* Manage costs and adhere to budgets
* Maintain industry knowledge in events and restaurants
* Identify high-return business opportunities aligned with company goals
* Build strategic relationships internally and externally
Qualifications
* 5+ years of management or leadership experience with a track record of developing others
* Experience in senior hospitality and events management roles
* Proven experience managing P&L
* Track record of achieving sales and performance targets
* Strategic growth and innovation skills
* Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays
* Passion for food, hospitality, and events
Additional Information
Join a historic UK catering company founded in 1847, working on prestigious London events, gaining mentorship, and being part of a storied legacy in hospitality.
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